MAINTANENCE SPECIALIST I (MECHANICAL) - MGS

Position Summary Description

This position is responsible for the safe and efficient maintenance and operations of Midulla Generating Station in accordance with approved plant maintenance, operations, and environmental procedures. Maintenance Specialist I Mechanical is qualified via the mechanical qualification standard.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Completion of a formal, accredited, or certified maintenance craft training program is desirable. Additional college level coursework in math and science desirable. Completion of the Plant Technician II qualification standard is required.

1) Prior mechanical maintenance experience in an industrial setting is required.

2) Prior mechanical maintenance experience in an electrical generating station is desirable.

3) Prior mechanical maintenance experience in a combined cycle plant is desirable.

Ability to qualify and maintain competency in accordance with the Mechanical qualification standard is required. Additionally, the ability to qualify and maintain competency as Plant Technician II is required. Competency will be demonstrated by a combination of written exams, oral boards, and completion of practical demonstrations as required by the qualification standards. Must have the ability to become fully qualified to perform the aspects of plant mechanical equipment maintenance. Must recertify annually on skill qualifications. Must have the ability to function effectively as a team member. Must be familiar with equipment services and operating characteristics of a power plant; must have a thorough working knowledge of safe rigging and scaffolding practices and the care and use of tackle, hoist, and ladders. Must remain knowledgeable of safety policies and clearance procedures. Must be able to work from complex drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, and specifications; must have demonstrated the ability to perform the work involved with the installation and maintenance of the various equipment found in a power plant, preferably a combine cycle plant, and to use a variety of tools; must exhibit an ability to perform and lead crew members in work requiring a high degree of skill and expertise, to instruct less skilled personnel, and to assume a high degree of responsibility; must be able to communicate orders and instructions in a manner that will generate effective and efficient work performance. Must be alert, resourceful, and capable of making correct decisions in emergencies. 

Core Competencies: Adaptable, Collaborative, Conscientious, Critical-Thinking, Outcome-Driven, and Professional

Technical Competencies/Skills:

• Welding 
• Valve maintenance 
• Alignment experience 
• Predictive maintenance 
• Mechanical troubleshooting
• Pump rebuild experience
• Safety awareness
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications

Soft Competencies/Skills:

• Effective verbal/nonverbal, listening and written communications
• Attention to detail
• Dependability/reliability
• Following written/verbal instructions
• Problem solving
• Self-motivated

Essential Functions

• Reports to and takes direction from the Operations and Maintenance Supervisor as assigned. 
• Ensures safe, effective, and efficient maintenance of the plant during assigned shifts. Complies with safety rules & procedures; uses safe work practices and behaviors. Reports all safety concerns.
• Complies with Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) guidelines and all operating permits and regulations.
• Maintains Plant equipment in accordance with all approved maintenance procedures. 
• Effectively utilizes approved casualty procedures, including the Emergency Response Plan.
• Assists the Operations Specialists and Operations and Maintenance Supervisor as assigned by maintaining Plant Technician operating skills to support the operation of the plant as required.
• Under the supervision of the Operations and Maintenance Supervisor, maintains and troubleshoots all (mechanical) plant equipment, and maintains mechanical documents in support of that goal. Identifies and completes routine and abnormal condition job standards for each of the skill sets.
• Conducts and receives a thorough turnover when passing on or receiving duties from another Maintenance Specialist or other personnel.
• Coordinates and monitors assigned contract personnel activities during maintenance outages or projects.
• Identifies plant deficiencies, initiates work orders, and completes same as assigned.
• Maintains plant maintenance documentation as needed or assigned.
• Documents plant conditions and occurrences.
• Completes required initial